game dev tycoon how to make hardware
Alright, guys, let’s dive into how I finally figured out this whole hardware thing in Game Dev Tycoon. It took me a while, plenty of trial and error, and a whole lot of restarts, but I think I’ve got a decent handle on it now. So, here’s my journey, hopefully, it helps some of you out.
First off, I started a new game, just like always. Picked my character, named my company something cool, and got to work in the garage. You know the drill. I made a few games, the usual stuff, text-based, then some simple 2D games, grinding out those research points and cash.
The key, I realized, is research. Don’t waste your time on anything fancy early on. Focus on the basics. I made sure to research “Custom Engine” as soon as I could. That’s your first big step. Then I started researching things that sounded like they’d be important for hardware, like, “Operating System” and eventually “Hardware.” Duh, right?
Building My First Engine
Once I had “Custom Engine” researched, I built one. Keep it simple at first. Don’t go crazy with features. I just added the stuff I’d already researched. It boosts your game development, and, more importantly, it’s a stepping stone.
- Start new game.
- Focus research on the “Custom Engine”.
- Build the first Engine.
Unlocking Hardware Creation
I kept researching, making games with my custom engine, and eventually, boom, the “Hardware” research option popped up. This is what we’re aiming for! It took a while, and I definitely had to replay a few times because I messed up my cash flow, but I got there. Don’t be afraid to restart if you get stuck. It’s all part of the learning process.
Once I researched “Hardware,” a new option appeared in the main menu – “Create Hardware.” Clicked that, and I was in! This is where it gets interesting, and also, really confusing at first.
My First Hardware (It Was a Mess)
My first attempt at hardware was… not great. I threw in everything I could, thinking more features equals better. Wrong! I ended up with a super expensive console that nobody wanted to buy. Bankrupt. Game over.
So, I went back to the drawing board. I started small. I focused on just a few key features, things that I thought would be popular based on the current trends in the game. You gotta pay attention to those market reports! I also kept a close eye on the cost. No point in making a super console if it costs a fortune to produce.
Iterate, Iterate, Iterate
It took several tries, but I finally started to see some success. I released a console, saw how it did, and then released an improved version. I kept tweaking the features, adjusting the price, and paying attention to what the game reviewers and fans were saying. Slowly but surely, I started making money. Real, actual profit!
Keeping Up With the Times
One thing I learned the hard way is that you can’t just rest on your laurels. Technology keeps advancing in the game, just like in real life. So, I had to keep researching new hardware features and releasing updated consoles. Otherwise, I’d get left behind. Keep an eye on the competition, too! See what they’re doing and try to one-up them.
It is all about experiment and do not afraid to fail. I hope you can find some fun from these words.
